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Karnataka seeks Centres support for Quantum Materials Innovation Network in Bengaluru
Im always nervous before a show, be it my first or last: Lucky Ali
Lucky Ali performs to an adoring crowd in Bengaluru, his hometown; The singer-songwriter paused the concert to help a fan propose to his partner, directing the spotlight onto the couple and serenading them a rendition of O Sanam
Dharwad Congress MLA Vinay Kulkarni denied bail in BJP workers murder case
From grid to green: Health centres in Karnataka go solar, slash energy bills by 80%
Cook fights off chain snatcher in Bengaluru, gets him nabbed
3 deaths, 1 survivor: Tribunal orders Rs 58 lakh relief in SUV-truck crash
Most rural students use AI, but dont know how it works: Study
Deepfake of Nirmala Sitharaman costs woman Rs 33 lakh in Bengaluru
Youth arrested for abetting MSc students suicide in Bengaluru south district
Vijayendra Slams Congress, Says 2,500 Farmer Suicides Karnataka Govt's 'Only Achievement'
Vijayendra said the partys Raitha Morcha has been holding protests for several months in district headquarters and Assembly segments to highlight the governments neglect
Round robin system for e-khatas to be shunned in Karnataka
Fight over phone use: Man held for killing woman in Ranebennur
Eight-year-old girl run over by school bus, dies
Deepa Bhasthi laments neglect of Kalyana Karnataka
HCs Dharwad Bench upholds cancellation of trade license for pvt veggie market
Special court rejects bail plea of Cong MLA
So far, 19 jammers have been installed at the prison, significantly hampering the network in the region and leading to protests from the residents in the locality.
Siddaramaiah Unveils World's Second Largest Khadi National Flag In Belagavi
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday unveiled the world's second-largest khadi national flag at the Suvarna Vidhana Soudha in Belagavi.
Black soldier flies may soon be used tackle Bengalurus garbage
Shivakumar pitches for bars on beaches, says it will curb illegal sales
Rs 5 lakh crore proposals, Rs 66k crore reality: Only 67 of 1.8k projects implemented
Karnataka HC Withdraws Its Stay Order On Menstrual Leave After Govt's Plea
Karnataka HC stayed then recalled its order on menstrual leave after Shashi Kiran Shetty cited a Supreme Court judgment. Justice Jyoti M will hear arguments on government order.
Karnataka declares 1,777 acres as special agricultural zone in Devanahalli
Government blames rain; industry blames taxes as Karnatakas beer sales drop 20%
The State sold 195.27 lakh boxes of beer up to September 2025 47.46 lakh boxes fewer than the same period last year
Ruling and opposition members spar during debate on flood and drought relief
Fishery-based womens empowerment push in Chamarajanagar gets under way
KalaburagiBengaluru Vande Bharat to halt at Sri Sathya Sai Prasanthi Nilayam from January 1
Karnataka to deploy AI-based Smart Enforcement System in 60 high-risk locations across the State
System will automatically generate digital challans and dispatch them to offenders through their registered email IDs and mobile numbers
District administration hand in glove with illegal sand mining operators in Kalaburagi, alleges BSP
TirupatiSainagar Shirdi weekly express flagged off
The train connects two spiritual destinations and is likely to promote religious tourism and will traverse through four States Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Maharashtra
Youth murdered in Hassan, accused post video clip of their act on social media
Kalaburagi sculptor Chandrashekar Shilpi conferred with National Award
Siddaramaiah writes to PM, reminding about plight of toor farmers
The Chief Minister pointed out that while the peak arrivals are expected between December-January, the Union government will open procurement centres only in February-March.
Forest Minister instructs officers to prevent deaths of wild animals by snares
BJP holds protest, says Congress pointing to Centre to cover up its failures
Four-day multilingual theatre festival in Kalaburagi
Ambedkars ideas opened doors for womens social and political empowerment, says Deepa Bhasthi
Kalaburagi farmers dump red gram on road, demand MSP and relief
CPI centenary jatha reaches Kalaburagi
Minister-led delegation meets CM for new Gokak district
The delegation was led by PWD Minister and district-in-charge Satish Jarkiholi and comprised leaders from BJP, Congress and JD(S), and religious leaders
Karnataka government to start 700 KPS Magnet Schools in next two years
Education organisations urge the government to issue an official order that no government schools will be closed
Push for partnerships with GI-registered organisations
Enforce child marriage prohibition law strictly, Ballari DC tells officials
BJP should have ideally protested against Centre, says Shivakumar
Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar says it is the Centre which has meted out injustice to the farmers of the State
Govt to give 5 lakh each to 23 Kambalas
57,000 cyber crime cases accounting for 5,473 cr. registered in Karnataka in last 3 years
So far, in 2025, these cases have stood at 13,000 with a financial fraud of 2,038 crore
Permit to two homestays near Ranganathittu to be cancelled
Karnataka HC recalls stay on menstrual leave policy, decides to hear the case on Wednesday
The High Court has recalled its interim stay on a notification for paid menstrual leave. The court will now hear the matter on Wednesday. Petitioners had challenged the notification, arguing no statutory provision exists for such leave. Karnataka recently approved a comprehensive policy, becoming the first state to do so. Other states and companies also have similar policies.
Winter chill intensifies in Mysuru, surrounding districts
Labour code: Karnataka keen to convene meeting of ministers from all southern states
In Karnataka minimum wage issue has been hanging fire ever some codes were notified
Karnataka winter session: DCM D.K. Shivakumar favours change in norms on liquor stock at home
Karnataka HC declines to stay higher price for sugarcane growers in setback to mills
The Karnataka High Court has declined to halt a new notification that sets a higher sugarcane price. This price is above the central government's Fair and Remunerative Price for the upcoming season. Sugar mills had argued they could not afford even the FRP. The court noted the industry's profitability from sugar and ethanol production.
BJP legislators protested in Belagavi, demanding the Karnataka government address farmers' grievances, including issues with sugarcane and maize pricing and delayed flood damage compensation. Party leaders accused the state government of mismanaging funds and spreading misinformation about central aid, vowing further action if issues aren't resolved promptly.
Trying to mitigate landlord-tennat conflicts in K'taka
Karnataka govt is trying to bring a new Bill that provides greater clarity on a number of issues, and puts an end to harsh penalties
Universal School of Law organises dialogue to address the question: Why India ranks high on GDP, but low on human rights
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to expedite MSP procurement of toor dal, warning of farmer unrest and erosion of trust in the system. With peak arrivals approaching, delays in central agency intervention risk significant income shock and distress sales for farmers who planted based on MSP assurances.
Karnataka Congress Reignites Tipu Jayanti Row, BJP's 'Bin Laden Jayanti' Jab
Tipu Jayanti, first officially introduced by the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in 2015, aimed to honor Tipu Sultan, the 18th-century ruler of Mysore.
Karnataka HC Stays Govt Notification on Menstrual Leave
The stay was granted by a bench of Justice Jyoti M based on a petition filed by Bangalore Hotels' Association and Avirata AFL Connectivity Systems.
Cold Wave Incoming: Karnataka To Shiver, With Bengaluru Feeling The Bite
According to IMD Karnataka, most parts of the state, including Bengaluru, are likely to see foggy and cold conditions with no rainfall expected all through the week.
In Karnataka, a man cut his wife's hair which led to a bloodshed in scalp and burnt it in a graveyard on the instructions of sorceress. The man who had three daughters wanted a fourth male child. The woman in her complaint stated that her husband and in-laws had been harassing her over a year and they chopped her hair as the sorceress said there was a devil in her.
Karnataka Govt Plans One KPS in Every Gram Panchayat in Phased Manner
Each KPS will be upgraded to provide adequate academic and physical infrastructure for at least 1,200 students, as prescribed in the manual
Karnataka High Court Stays Government Order On Monthly Paid Menstrual Leave
With the High Courts interim stay now in place, the governments menstrual leave directive will remain on hold. Labour Department will have to present a detailed response.
The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam . Trusted for over three decades by top travellers globally, this prestigious accolade places the property amongst the best in the global luxury hospitality landscape. The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam Set amidst 1400 acres of Assam’s historic tea plantations, The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate offers a serene, immersive escape where experiential luxury is redefined by authenticity and unhurried time. Every element, from carefully curated culinary experiences to personalised service with deep respect for the local heritage, truly celebrates the destination and reflects The Postcard Hotel’s commitment to providing extraordinary guest experiences. The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam This year’s selection followed a first-hand evaluation by Philippe Servais, Editor-in-Chief of The Gallivanter’s Guide , whose reviews are regarded as a definitive benchmark for luxury travellers seeking authenticity, excellence, and emotional resonance. After extensive global travels through 2025, Philippe identified – The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam as the standout winner amongst shortlisted hotels across different continents – praising its “rare combination of warmth, intuition, and a deeply felt sense of place.” He also noted that the brand’s true differentiators become evident after more than one stay, revealing a consistent thread of intention, honesty, and quiet confidence that binds the portfolio across its diverse locations. Philippe also visited another property by the brand, The Postcard on the Arabian Sea, Karnataka, and mentioned that it was just as accomplished. He further added, “ The Postcard vision – intimate, sincere, unhurried, and rooted in place – feels profoundly relevant to discerning travellers today .” Also recognising The Postcard Hotel’s emphasis on character and service rather than facilities and spectacle, he indicated that the brand’s anytime check-in and check-out, all-day breakfast, as well as genuine hospitality delivered with sincerity at its hotels – quietly disrupts the status quo of Indian luxury. “ To be recognised amongst the world’s finest hotels by The Gallivanter’s Guide is an extraordinary honour. Assam holds a very special place in our journey, and this award also celebrates the consistent dedication and hard work of our incredible team. We continue to remain committed to uplifting local communities through sustainable livelihoods – ensuring that our presence creates meaningful and lasting impact on the destination ,” said Kapil Chopra, Founder of The Postcard Hotel. He further added, “ For the Editor to select The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate after experiencing our property and some of the most celebrated luxury hotels globally – is both deeply humbling as well as encouraging .” With this honour, The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate creates a distinctive place for itself within a distinguished list of the world’s finest hotels recognised over the years by The Gallivanter’s Guide. For more than three decades, it has been one of the most respected global authorities on luxury travel, shaping opinions of the world’s most discerning travellers. Its ‘Hotel of the Year’ honour is awarded through rigorous, independently conducted reviews — making it a highly coveted global recognition. About The Postcard Hotel Kapil Chopra, along with a team of seasoned luxury hoteliers including Akanksha Lamba, Anirudh Kandpal, and Raman Bansal, embarked on a visionary journey to create extraordinary experiences for discerning travellers. In December 2018, they unveiled The Postcard Hotel—a brand driven by boldness and ambition, committed to redefining the rules and elevating the standards of experiential luxury. The Postcard Hotel is now opening 8 new hotels in the next 12 months making it the fastest growing uber luxury hotel brand in the world. Today, The Postcard Hotel’s growing collection spans India and beyond. In Goa, its four retreats—Saligao, Velha, Cuelim, and Hideaway—capture the region’s charm, while The Postcard on the Arabian Sea offers sweeping oceanfront serenity. In Gujarat, The Postcard Gir Wildlife Sanctuary immerses guests in the land of the Asiatic Lion, and The Postcard Mandalay Hall in Kochi brings art and heritage together in an evocative setting. Further afield, The Postcard in the Durrung Tea Estate, Assam, and The Postcard in the Himalayan Willows, Leh, offer uncharted adventures and tranquil escapes. Internationally, the brand extends its philosophy through The Postcard Dewa in Thimphu, Bhutan, and The Postcard Galle in Sri Lanka—each a celebration of place, culture, and understated elegance. @thepostcarddurrungteaestate .
UnboxingBLR , in partnership with Social Alpha and WTFund, and supported by the Government of Karnataka and the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), announced today the selection of the Top 15 startups for the Namma Bengaluru Challenge '26 (NBC '26). This flagship initiative is designed to identify, support, and scale high-impact innovations addressing Bengaluru's most pressing climate challenges in sectors like Construction, Water & Sanitation, Waste Management, and Air Pollution. Namma Bengaluru Challenge '26 Shortlists Top 15 Finalists from Record 600 Applications to Tackle Urban Climate Crisis The finalists were chosen from a record-breaking pool of close to 600 registrations, demonstrating the nation’s vibrant entrepreneurial response to environmental sustainability. A technical evaluation now awaits the shortlisted startups, with an expert technical jury meticulously assessing each of the 15 startups ahead of the final round. The top selected startups will then advance to the final stage, where they will pitch live before a distinguished final jury on January 24, 2026, to compete for implementation grants of up to INR 25 lakhs each. A Rigorous Selection Process The journey to the top 15 involved a meticulous evaluation by Social Alpha. The criteria framework in which the evaluation happened were areas such as innovation, go-to-market strategy, implementation, etc. The technical jury will play a very crucial role in assessing each of the 15 shortlisted startups before the final round. The technical jury comprises: Vineet Prasani, Chief Information Officer at Social Alpha Vishwanath S, Director at Biome Environmental Solutions Sridhar L, Head of ESG at Bangalore International Airport Limited Jagan Shah, CEO at The Infravision Foundation Aarathi Kumar, Senior Manager, Executive Office at WRI India Suhail Rahman, Managing Director and CEO at CoEvolve Estates The application breakdown highlighted the city's key concerns: Waste Management (44%), Water & Sanitation (32%), Sustainable Construction (18%), and Air Pollution (6%) The Final Showdown & a Consortium for Impact The finalists will present their solutions to the Final Jury comprising: Prashanth Prakash (Co-Founder and Chairperson, UnboxingBLR) Malini Goyal (Co-Founder and CEO, UnboxingBLR) Manoj Kumar (Founder, Social Alpha) Hari Marar (Managing Director and CEO, BIAL) Pavitra Shankar (Managing Director, Brigade Group) The winning startups will receive grant funding of INR 25 lakhs and crucial support for 6-month pilot deployments with government, private sector, and civil society partners in Bengaluru. " NBC '26 bridges the critical gap between innovation and implementation. The Top 15 represent solutions with the highest potential for real-world impact in Bengaluru. We are now one step closer to deploying these technologies on the ground, in partnership with government and private stakeholders, " Prashanth Prakash, Co-Founder and Chairperson, UnboxingBLR . " The overwhelming quality and volume of applications for NBC '26 signals a powerful shift. Innovators are actively building the toolkit for urban climate resilience. Selecting only 15 startups from nearly 600 brilliant ideas was a formidable task, and we congratulate those moving forward to the final pitch, " Malini Goyal, Co-Founder and CEO, UnboxingBLR . “ The Namma Bengaluru Challenge reflects our commitment to advancing science and technology-led solutions that can meaningfully shape Bengaluru’s urban transition. In anchoring the technical jury process, our role has been to ensure a rigorous evaluation framework, one that prioritises solution robustness, pilot feasibility, impact potential, and scalability, while drawing on the expertise of distinguished subject matter experts in the ecosystem. This stage is crucial in surfacing solutions that are both visionary and deployable in real-world conditions, ahead of the final jury deliberations ,” Manoj Kumar, Founder, Social Alpha . “ Bangalore has been home to many a startup and has long served as India’s natural sandbox for innovation. As India rises as a global startup hub, the city is at the heart of it, offering founders not just access to talent but an entire collaborative ecosystem. NBC presents a unique opportunity to plug into a platform designed to bring together government, corporates and entrepreneurs to create solutions that address local challenges. With climate change and unplanned rapid growth impacting the future of cities, aligning innovation with environmental responsibility is imperative. As an organisation with deep roots in Bangalore, Brigade is focused on creating sustainable spaces that serve the needs of our individual customers and community at large. There is nothing more important than channelling this collective effort to build a future-ready Bangalore ,” Pavitra Shankar, Managing Director, Brigade Group . NBC '26 is powered by a strong consortium of partners committed to systemic change: Challenge Partners Bangalore International Airport Limited Brigade Group Program Partners Bengaluru Climate Action Cell (Climate Action Partner) WRI India (Knowledge Partner) Brigade REAP CoEvolve Estates (Pilot Partner) Biome Environmental Solutions (Pilot Partner) GoodEarth (Pilot Partner) About UnboxingBLR UnboxingBLR (UBLR) is a Bengaluru-focused collaborative platform dedicated to celebrating and shaping the city’s culture and identity. Founded in 2023 by Prashanth Prakash and Malini Goyal, UBLR brings together people, communities, and institutions to co-create Bengaluru’s story, serving as a city champion, idea catalyst, and collaborative platform. UBLR drives initiatives such as the Namma Bengaluru Challenge, an accelerator that supports startups and changemakers tackling urban challenges; BLR Hubba, a city-wide festival celebrating art and culture; the annual We Are City Data Report, a data-driven snapshot of how citizens experience and engage with Bengaluru; and Code to Culture, a podcast exploring the city and its people. Together, these initiatives highlight citizen-led innovation and showcase Bengaluru’s cultural vibrancy in action. www.unboxingblr.com .
Karnataka High Court halts states mandatory menstrual leave order pending review
The Karnataka High Court has put a temporary halt to the state governments recent order that required all registered industrial establishments to grant one paid day of menstrual leave each month to women employees. The stay was issued after industry representatives challenged the legality of the notification and questioned the manner in which it was [] The post Karnataka High Court halts states mandatory menstrual leave order pending review appeared first on India Legal .
Siddaramaiah's Son Flouts Congress Gag Order, Reiterates Father Will Remain Karnataka CM For 5 Years
Notably, Yathindra hasn't been issued a showcause notice for his repeated remarks, even as other MLAs and party leaders who commented on the leadership issue have received notices.
Karnataka High Court upholds premium FAR policy; dismisses petitions filed by TDR holders
The Karnataka High Court has upheld the State's introduction of Premium Floor Area Ratio. This ruling validates the government's ability to collect charges for additional buildable rights. Landowners who received Transferable Development Rights previously challenged the policy. The court found Premium FAR and TDR to be complementary mechanisms.
Grave Urgency: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah Flags Tur Dal Price Crash, Urges PM Modi To Intervene
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah warned that a procedural delay in approving procurement at the Union Government level is placing farmers under avoidable and unjustifiable risk
Karnataka HC Stays State Govt's Order Granting Paid Period Leave To Women Employees
The Bench also questioned the government on whether it had consulted stakeholders or allowed for objections before framing the policy.
Future hangs fire as 700 waiting for 3rd-round NEET counselling
Over 700 MBBS aspirants face a bleak academic start, having lost 10 weeks of classes due to a prolonged third-round counselling. A Karnataka High Court split verdict on seat allotment has further delayed admissions. Colleges report significant portions of syllabi are already covered, leaving late joiners stressed and struggling to catch up.
A 25-year-old Bengaluru man, Mohammed Ishaq, tragically died in a Goa nightclub fire early Sunday morning. He was on a bachelor party trip with friends and reportedly went back inside the club to retrieve his phone. His body showed minor burns, and police stated he died in a stampede while exiting.
After Oz u-16 ban, experts in India moot bottom-up fix for childrens tech addiction
While Australia and the EU consider social media bans for under-16s, Indian experts question its effectiveness. Instead, a bottom-up approach sees over 5,000 parents engaging in online support groups to foster balanced tech use.
Petitioners said that there exists no provision in the concerned statutes to grant leave during menstrual cycle and hence the government had no power to introduce additional leave through a notification.
Karnataka Council to Debate Kittur, Kalyana Karnataka Issues
The special debate will take place on Wednesday after the Question Hour, Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti announced
Siddaramaiah Will Stay CM For 5 Years, Says Son; DKS Says Let Good Things Happen
The remarks come amid speculation within the Karnataka Congress over a possible mid-term leadership change
Study validates cutting-edge technology for precise, painless eye surgery
A recent clinical study in the Journal of Refractive Surgery validated a new SMILE laser technology, co-developed with a Bengaluru-based surgeon, for precise myopia correction. The study of 1,500 eyes showed 98% achieved 20/20 vision, with 99% within 0.50 diopters in 15 days. This advanced system significantly reduces laser time to 8 seconds, enhancing patient comfort and safety.
Kohli invests Rs 40 crore in Agilitas Sports
No Ambulance For 2 Hours, Karnataka Patient Taken To Hospital In Goods Carrier
A major lapse in emergency medical response has come to light in Karnataka after a critically ill patient allegedly failed to get a 108 ambulance for more than two hours, forcing a local resident to transport the patient to the hospital in a goods ca
Landowners urge HUDCO to withhold funding for BBC project
BENGALURU: Farmers and site owners affected by the Bengaluru Business Corridor (BBC) project have urged Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) to withhold funding to the project, warning the project faces major legal, financial, and operational risks. In a letter dated December 8, the PRR Raitha Haagu Niveshanadharara Sangha (PRR farmer and site owners association) said the land acquisition scheme has lapsed, compensation is based on suppressed values, and excess land is being acquired without purpose, risking the project becoming a Non- performing Asset (NPA). The letter also notes that the Supreme Court has directed the Karnataka High Court to hear all PRR-related petitions as per law and on merits, exposing the project to full judicial scrutiny and increasing the risk of an adverse verdict. They also warned HUDCO of a major financial shock due to what they describe as suppressed land valuation. They allege that the guideline value for PRR lands was artificially lowered by over 60% in 2016, and that the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) is now offering compensation based on this reduced value. Landowners, meanwhile, are demanding compensation under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Act, 2013, which would peg compensation at market rates. Any such ruling, they argue, would push land costs that are already estimated at over Rs 27,000 crore are far beyond viability for a Public-private partnership (PPP) model. Operational risks were also highlighted, including BDAs plan to acquire more than 426 acres of what the group calls unnecessary land, such as outdated toll-plaza areas and land for BMTC and truck terminals for which other land banks already exist. The group said BDA has not submitted an updated Detailed Project Report (DPR) or an accurate list of land realignments to the High Court, raising concerns over transparency and feasibility. Urging HUDCO to exercise utmost caution, the signatories said any funding decision should be suspended until the High Court delivers a clear ruling on the validity of land acquisition, compensation under the LARR Act, and the question of excess land.
Promotion cant be withheld on contemplation of disciplinary action: Karnataka HC
BENGALURU: Noting that promotioncannot be withheld on mere contemplation of disciplinary action yet to crystalise into a charge sheet against an employee as on the date of assessment for promotion, the Karnataka High Court directed the Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) to promote Assistant Accounts Officer Maruthi Rao to the post of Accounts Officer with effect from April 2018 and give all consequential benefits. A charge sheet surfacing years after the Departmental Promotion Committee convened cannot retrospectively deprive the petitioner of a promotion that he was rightfully due and ought to have been granted upon the fair assessment of his representation. The corporation appears to have proceeded in blissful disregard of settled doctrine pertaining to commencement and pendency of disciplinary proceedings, thereby acting in blatant contravention of the governing principles of Service Jurisprudence, said Justice M Nagaprasanna, allowing the petition filed by Maruthi Rao from Dharwad. The petitioner sought directions to the KPTCL to give him a promotion to the post of Accounts Officer with effect from April 16, 2018. Owing to certain omissions and commissions, pending initiation of disciplinary proceedings, the petitioner was placed under suspension, which was revoked after three months. His juniors were accorded promotions. Long thereafter, on October 29, 2021, a charge sheet was issued against several others alleging offences of certain misconduct. The said charge sheet is pending consideration. The petitioner then submits a representation on July 12, 2024, claiming promotion on the score that, as on the date on which the petitioner and others were assessed for promotion, his case could not have been ignored, as there was no charge sheet on the said date. The court noted that the charge sheet was issued only on October 29, 2021, nearly four years subsequent to a meeting of the Departmental Promotion Committee, which had, on April 16, 2018, accorded promotion to the juniors of the petitioner. The petitioner on the said date, admittedly, did not suffer any disqualification and yet his case was excluded for promotion, the court added.
RGUHS ups affiliation fee; students to take hit
The great Indian consumer reset; Maha, Karnataka top crypto TDS collections
PW clocked a profit of Rs 69.7 crore, compared with Rs 41.1 crore a year ago. This is particularly surprising, since it clocked a loss of Rs 127 crore in the June quarter.
SC to hear review plea on ISKCON Temple on January 22
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to hear on January 22, next year, a petition filed by ISKCON India seeking review of its earlier May 16 verdict holding that the Hare Krishna temple in Bengaluru belongs to ISKCON Society of the city. A three-judge bench of the apex court, headed by Justice M M Sundresh, and also comprising Justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and Satish Chandra Sharma, issued notice to ISKCON Bangalore, and decided to review the May 16 verdict on January 22, 2026. While admitting the review petition filed by ISKCON India and other similar petitions for hearing in the ongoing dispute, the apex court sought the response of the Bengaluru faction of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) and other parties in the ongoing dispute. List the matter on 22.01.2026 at 3:00pm for directions, only for the purpose of ensuring that notices have been served on all the respondents. We further make it clear that on the date to be fixed for hearing, the question of review jurisdiction as well as issues on merits will be heard and considered, said, the apex court in its December 3, order, accessed by the TNIE . It also added that the applications for listing Review Petitions in open Court and for oral hearing are allowed. Applications for permission to file additional documents and for and for permission to file fresh documents are allowed. The court also in its December 3 order, noted that Vikas Singh Jangra, AOR (Advocate on Record) accepted the notice on behalf of the respondent- ISKCON, Bangalore and Kartik Seth, for another respondent Madhupant Das. The apex court also directed the parties to complete the pleadings within a period of six weeks from the date of service of notice. Counsel appearing for the parties are permitted to file their respective convenience compilation(s), said the court. It is to he noted that the top court on May 16 had set aside the Karnataka High Courts May 2011 order giving control of the Bengaluru temple to the Mumbai faction of ISKCON. On October 28, the over 25-year-old legal dispute between Mumbai and Bengaluru factions of ISKCON over control of the Bengaluru temple was revived after a two-judge bench of the apex court delivered a split decision on the review plea of ISKCON India seeking review of the May 16 verdict. While Justice JK Maheshwari found substance in the plea of ISKCON India and agreed to hear the matter in open court, Justice AG Masih dismissed the review petitions filed in the matter saying there is no error apparent on the face of record or any merit in the Review Petitions warranting reconsideration of the May 16 judgment. Following this, the matter was placed before the Chief Justice of India for constituting a larger bench and a three-judge bench was formed to consider the multiple review petitions filed in the case.
Greater Bengaluru Authority rolls out daily chicken-rice diet for citys stray dogs
Blood donation inspires Bluru couple to gift 20 desks, laptop to govt schools
Govt eyes 1.2k acres of land for industry, Vijayapura ryots unite in protest
